2018 Red Wine from Napa

Vinous, 98 points: The 2018 The Bard is fabulous and also one of the very finest wines I have ever tasted from Realm. Vertical structure, power and explosive energy infuse the 2018 with tremendous character. Inky dark fruit, chocolate...

Wine Spectator, 92 points: Juicy and forward, with enticing plum, boysenberry and plum compote flavors. Light licorice threads stitch up the finish, along with a flash of sweet spice. Drink now through 2027. — J.M.

Decanter, 94 points: Orin Swift’s Dave Phinney must be like a kid in a sweet shop when given the keys to E&J Gallo’s vast roster of vineyards and told to take whatever fruit he wants. Here he has plundered Grenache, Syrah and Petite Syrah for...

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 95 points: (93 - 95 points) A barrel sample made up of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, 4% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Blueline Estate is medium to deep garnet-purple colored and features...